Scoparia contexta
# Scoparia contexta

Scoparia contexta is a species of moth in the family Crambidae. It is endemic to New Zealand.

## Taxonomy

It was described by Alfred Philpott in 1931. However the placement of this species within the genus Scoparia is in doubt. As a result, this species has also been referred to as Scoparia (s.l.) contexta.

## Description

The wingspan is 29–32 mm. The forewings are bluish white with dull fuscous markings. The hindwings are ochreous grey, tinged with fuscous around the termen. Adults have been recorded on wing in January.

